Communications Division
The Communications Division works with divisions throughout UDOT to provide media relations; help build relationships with the public, businesses and government partners; advise during crisis situations and convey department information to all employees.
- Communications Division Org Chart (61KB PDF File)
Contact Information
801-965-4000
contactudot@utah.gov
4501 South 2700 West
P.O. Box 141200
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1200
Communications Division Contacts
Elizabeth McMillan
Director of Strategic Communications
801-965-4030
emcmillan@utah.gov
Aimee Colton
Social Media Manager
aimeecolton@utah.gov
John Gleason
Public Relations Director
801-560-7740
jgleason@utah.gov
Jessica Gonzales
Executive Communications Coordinator
801-718-6503
jessgonzales@utah.gov
Hailey Knowlton
Graphic Designer
hknowlton@utah.gov
Katie Lindley
Internal Communications Specialist
801-430-2434
klindley@utah.gov
Becky Parker
Digital Platform Administrator
801-244-7939
rebeccaparker@utah.gov
Grant Potter
Communications Content Manager
385-261-3404
grantpotter@utah.gov
Joe Walker
Internal Communications Manager
385-223-5233
josephwalker@utah.gov
Media Contact Information
The following UDOT personnel work closely with the media to keep the public informed of transportation issues throughout Utah. Members of the media may contact the appropriate person directly or call the 24-hour Media Hot Line for assistance.
UDOT 24-hour Media Hotline: 801-746-9932
Primary Spokesperson:
John Gleason
801-560-7740
jgleason@utah.gov
Region 1 (Northern Utah including Davis and Weber Counties)
Mitchell Shaw
801-710-0131
mitchellshaw@utah.gov
Region 2 (Salt Lake, Tooele and Summit Counties)
Kylar Sharp
801-419-8236
ksharp@utah.gov
Region 3 (Utah, Wasatch, Juab and Daggett Counties and the Uintah Basin)
Wyatt Woolley
801-372-4798
wwoolley@utah.gov
Region 4 (Southern and Central Utah)
Kevin Kitchen
435-979-4551
kevin@utah.gov
Region, Group and Division Communication Contacts
The following UDOT personnel work closely with the central communications division but specialize in regional and division communication.
Region 1 (Northern Utah including Davis and Weber Counties)
Mitchell Shaw
801-710-0131
mitchellshaw@utah.gov
Region 2 (Salt Lake, Tooele and Summit Counties)
Kylar Sharp
801-419-8236
ksharp@utah.gov
Bailey Butler
801-979-7379
baileybutler@utah.gov
Region 3 (Utah, Wasatch, Juab and Daggett Counties and the Uintah Basin)
Wyatt Woolley
801-372-4798
wwoolley@utah.gov
Region 4 (Southern and Central Utah)
Kevin Kitchen
435-979-4551
kevin@utah.gov
Lisa Ganz
714-600-5789
lganz@utah.gov
Planning and Investments
Eileen Barron
801-244-7412
ebarron@utah.gov
Traffic and Safety Division
Kristen Hoschouer
801-554-5049
khoschouer@utah.gov
Laurie Huntsman
435-896-7667
lhuntsman@utah.gov
Traffic Management Division
Karen Crawford
435-225-1912
karencrawford@utah.gov
News from Communications
UDOT advises drivers to expect delays on Bangerter Highway and US-89 this weekend
Expect weekend delays due for utility work in Salt Lake and Davis counties The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) advises drivers to plan ahead for two major closures in Salt Lake and Davis counties this weekend. Starting Friday, April 26, at 10 p.m., Bangerter Highway will be closed in both directions between 12600 South and […]
Construction to ramp up in Utah as UDOT announces 2024 constructions projects
UDOT crews are widening roads, maintaining bridges and repaving existing highways around the state With temperatures starting to rise, construction on Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) projects are starting to ramp up. UDOT will be working on 209 projects this year, with a value of $2.74 billion over the life of the projects. Drivers are […]
National Work Zone Awareness Week
This is National Work Zone Awareness Week and as construction season launches we want to remind everyone how important it is to pay attention as you approach and travel through work zones. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, eliminate distractions and watch out for workers.